Patterns - Summer 2015 by St. Martin's Episcopal School

Patterns

SUMMER

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The Magazine of St. Martin’s Episcopal School

The Skidaway experience

Commencement 2015 • 5th grade Skidaway trip • Alumni News • Voices

Middle School Grandparents’ Day St. Martin’s welcomed grandparents and special friends for Middle School Grandparents’ Day on April 17. Guests enjoyed performances from the band, the chorus and from the cast of ‘Shrek Jr.’ Eighth graders Gracie Ackaway and Lewis Jaynes served as emcees for the event. Annual Fund Grandparent chair Mary Ann Nama also spoke to grandparents to thank them for their support.

Patterns Editor Christina Mimms Director of Communications

Contributors The Rev. Dr. James Hamner IV Kinshasa Msola Alan Shafir Printing: Standard Press Photography: Stanley Leary, Skeeter Lee, Christina Mimms, Kathleen Pease

Administration The Rev. Dr. James E. Hamner IV Headmaster Cindy Alexander Principal, Early Childhood Dr. Mary McPherson Principal, Elementary School James “Skeeter” Lee Principal, Middle School

The Rev. Dr. John McCard Church Rector Patterns is published quarterly by St. Martin’s Episcopal School. Please direct any letters, comments or news items to: St. Martin’s Episcopal School 3110-A Ashford Dunwoody Rd. Atlanta, GA 30319 Attn: Christina Mimms (404) 237-4260 www.stmartinschool.org cmimms@stmartinschool.org

Mission Statement : St. Martin’s Episcopal School is dedicated to providing a quality education of the whole person in a loving, Christian atmosphere, which fosters lifelong learning.

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From the Headmaster and the Editor seen & heard

News and happenings in the school community in class

Modern marvels of tech

class notes

News from SMES alumni

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On a journey

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The Skidaway experience

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Graduation 2015

On the cover: 5th graders Katie Holmes, Drew Chastain and Sophie Steck show off their finds on Wassaw Island, Ga. View this magazine on your tablet at issuu.com.

letters from the headmaster Graduation at St. Martin’s is always an exciting and somewhat bittersweet time. All of us at school take great pride in seeing our 8th graders process in our beautiful commencement service, having seen them grow and develop into accomplished young men and women. Many of our students began their St. Martin’s journey as 3- or 4-year-olds in our Early Childhood program, while others joined in Elementary and Middle School. They have been challenged and nurtured, struggled and succeeded. Each class has its unique style, culture, sense of itself. They will be well equipped and prepared for high school, not only academically but also emotionally. It is an old adage that the best gifts we give to our children are roots and wings. Our SMES graduates are deeply rooted.

They have a good sense of who and what they are. They have been known and loved here. Now they are prepared to take flight on the next stages of their educational and life adventures. We wish them well and Godspeed. Summer at SMES will be filled with excitement and activity with our myriad of summer camp programs. Our administrative team and staff will be here throughout the summer busily continuing to plan for our upcoming school year. Please feel free to contact us or come and visit with any questions. We have completed another very good and strong year, and I, and my colleagues, thank you for all your support which has enabled us to embody and advance the mission of our school. I wish everyone a good, renewing and relaxing summer holiday.

from the editor For years, I have heard about the overnight field trips at St. Martin’s. People always share funny stories and their great adventures, but to experience the trips first-hand is something entirely different. This year, I served as an “administrative buddy” to a 5th grade class, so back in the fall I volunteered to help chaperone the 5th grade class trip to Skidaway Island on the coast of Georgia, held in April. I probably should have asked more questions before I offered myself as I was unaware of all of the details of the excursion, but everything worked out just fine. This trip is incredibly unique in that it puts our 5th graders right alongside researchers and professors from the University of Georgia at the Marine Extension Service. Students see, touch and smell fish and other new animals, and they visit private facilities that they may never see again, unless of course they decide to study marine biology at the University of Georgia. I learned a lot myself about the Geor-

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gia coast and marine life, but I loved seeing the students’ excitement as they experienced something for the first time. Imagine lots of “Whoa!” and “Wow!” on a boat with a group of 5th graders. (Also imagine multiple choruses of “Let it Go,” but that’s another topic.) I now understand why some people say the Skidaway trip is the best trip ever. It is an outstanding learning experience, but it also takes an entire Elementary grade outside of their classrooms, the city and, for many, their comfort zone. They live with each other for three solid days, creating new bonds and memories. They don’t even realize how much they will be prepared for the new experiences of 6th grade and Middle School after this trip. As for myself, the trip took me out of my office and my comfort zone, but also allowed me to get to know our 5th graders in a whole new way. I made my own memories that I will always treasure, and I will never forget these 5th graders or the amazing experience.

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seen&heard Kids Helping Kids project benefits Atlanta health clinic Early Childhood students held their annual service learning project, “Kids Helping Kids,” in April to collect items for the Good Samaritan Health Center in downtown Atlanta. Dr. Bill Warren, founder of the center, visited St. Martin’s to talk with the students about his work, which is to provide low or no-cost medical, dental, mental health, health education and social services to families in need. The Kindergarten and Pre-1st students donated supplies such as bandages and ointments to create 47 first aid kits, which are given to families with young children visiting the center. The Beginners, Pre-Kindergarten, Kindergarten and Pre-1st students donated 124 gently used stuffed animals and 295 books which are given to the children EC students with faculty Kathy Koporec, Mimi Deupree and Dr. Bill Warren. visiting the center to take home and enjoy.

BISHOP WRIGHT AT FESTIVAL dAY St. Martin’s was honored to welcome the Rt. Rev. Robert Wright, Bishop of Atlanta, as the speaker at the Festival Day opening ceremony on May 1. The theme for this year’s event, which is an annual educational and cultural celebration, was “All Things Under Heaven.”

7th graders reach new honors in Duke TIP program Earlier this school year, St. Martin’s learned that 29 7th graders qualified for the Duke University Talent Identification Program (TIP), which identifies students who attain high scores on standardized tests, such as the ERB that SMES administers each year. These students are invited to take the SAT or ACT and may also be invited to participate in summer academic programs at universities. St. Martin’s recently learned that 7th grader Ian Purrington qualified for Grand Recognition because he scored approximately at or better than 90 percent of recent high school graduates on at least one part of the ACT or the SAT. Only about 3 percent of all the participants in the talent search qualify for grand recognition. He will be invited to a special ceremony at Duke University. In addition, eight 7th graders qualified for State Recognition by scoring approximately at or above the national average of recent high school graduates on at least one part of the ACT or the SAT. Charlene Bohrer, Benjamin Brown, Lee Fenstermacher, Skeet Fortner, Cale Lennon, Shannon Murphy, Taryn Murphy and Ian Purrington will be invited to a state-level recognition ceremony. Congratulations to all 29 qualifiers! Mollie Albert, Jenna Bertschi, Charlene Bohrer, Benjamin Brown, Lucy Brumbaugh, Cody Creach, Lee Fenstermacher, Skeet Fortner, Davis Futrell, Emma Halaburt, Lily Jane Hamilton, Reggie Harris, Charlie Hawk, Robin James, Cale Lennon, Campbell Lott, Mitchell Maloney, Shannon Murphy, Taryn Murphy, Shy Padgett, William Payne, Ian Purrington, Conor Rahiya, Caroline Seelke, William Sjostrom, Sydney Smith, Matthew Turner, Tiger Turner and Jordan Wissman.

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Bishop Wright (in photo with Fr. McCard and Dr. Hamner) spoke about watching shows like Wild Kingdom and Jacques Cousteau as a child and noted that, in his travels as an adult, he observed that “God’s fingerprints are on everything.” He reminded the students that “We are all things under heaven, and we are all connected.” He also mentioned that his favorite Psalm is Psalm 8, which also fit with the Festival Day theme: “O Lord our Lord, how excellent is thy name in all the earth.” Psalm 8:9

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School and church volunteers come together for community project St. Martin’s Episcopal School and Church volunteers put all hands together for the “Blessing Bags” service learning project on March 29. In the two weeks leading up to the project, students, teachers and church members donated thousands of snack foods, oatmeal, pasta and water bottles, which were given to children in need in Atlanta during the city/county spring break week. Because many of those children receive free or reduced lunch at school, they may go hungry when school is not in session. Volunteers packed the school gym on Sunday afternoon and filled 2,000 bags, which were delivered to the Street Grace organization in Atlanta for distribution to children prior to the county spring break week in April. St. Martin’s extends heartfelt thanks to school chaplain the Rev. Stefanie Taylor, parent and church member Shelley Payne and church member Dr. Lori Hart for organizing the project.

PTO closes another successful year The PTO is immensely grateful to the entire Board who made this year a tremendous success. It took hard work, dedication and many hours of a great number of volunteers to achieve the PTO’s goals of supporting the school community. The generosity of the many volunteers enabled the PTO to provide support in a wide range of events and programs that included teacher and administration gifts and luncheons; annual events such as the father/daughter dance and fall festival; the first annual mother/son event and the highly successful Fling. Due to the financial success, this year the PTO will pay the final installment of their Capital Campaign pledge. In addition, to honor our colleague, friend and fellow St. Martin’s parent Mary Ann Embleton, the PTO made a donation to Side By Side Clubhouse, a wonderful organization that supports and rehabilitates victims of traumatic brain injuries. We hope not only to honor and recognize the Embletons, but to support Side by Side so that Mary Ann and many others may benefit from the important work of this organization. The 2015-16 school year will be under the outstanding leadership of Cathy Fisher and Mendy Eskew. The next year will prove to be an enriching and an exciting one; please provide them the same support that you all generously provided us. Many thanks to all, Bridget O’Donnell and Katie Smith 2014-15 PTO Presidents

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Science Olympiad team at state

St. Martin’s Science Olympiad team participated in the DeKalb County Regional Competition on March 28. Competing against 30 elementary school teams, the 3rd, 4th and 5th graders medaled in seven events, including three first place wins, using scientific skills, teamwork and critical thinking, all under the pressure of time limits. The students spent months learning new skills in events such as Bridge Building, Mystery Architecture and Water Rockets. St. Martin’s ranked second out of five teams and qualified for the State Competition, which was held May 16 at Kennesaw State University. With tough competition, St. Martin’s took home a fourth place finish in the Deep Blue Sea event. Thank you to Elementary School sponsors Kathleen Pease and Sally McKenna and congratulations to our Science Olympians!

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A great day on the greens at Golf Tournament St. Martin’s 13th Annual Golf Tournament was held on April 27 at St. Marlo Country Club. The tournament hosted 78 players and raised more than $27,000 toward the school’s Endowment Fund. Golfers enjoyed a beautiful day on the course. One of the highlights of the day was a challenge on the 11th hole by students from the Middle School golf team to see whose ball made it closest to the pin. One of our Middle School players came within inches of a hole-in-one! That evening, golfers enjoyed an Awards Banquet and winners received beautiful trophies donated by parent Chuck Lisowski of Awards Atlanta. Thank you to our golf committee, volunteers, players and sponsors for helping us to grow the Endowment!

SMES faculty celebrations School Chaplain the Rev. Stefanie Taylor, her husband Arthur and son Mattis joyfully welcomed Mary Abbott Taylor (photo below) on April 9. She was 7 lbs., 10 oz. and 19 in. long.

2015 Golf Committee David Brown, Taylor Durke, Patrick Fleming, Doug James, Chuck Lisowski, Duke Scott Middle School Golfers: Robin James, Matthew Larkin, Challen Morgan, Simon Tolbert, Cal Withington First Place Team – Etowah Landscape Bill Anglin, Sam Benson, Tony Martin, Ian Rutan Second Place Team: UBS/David Kritzer Team Brian Flint, Seth Guterman, David Kritzer, Ryan Parnell Third Place Team: The Morgan/Moeling Team (in photo above) Nell Moeling, Walt Moeling, Chris Morgan, Doug Morgan Putting Contest Winner: Ken Park Closest to the Pin: Tony Martin Longest Drive: Donny Johnson

Take your place as an Annual Fund volunteer Every year, St. Martin’s is fortunate to have a team of dedicated volunteers who work hard to ensure the success of the Annual Fund. In addition to making their own gifts, volunteers contact others within the St. Martin’s community to answer questions, educate and encourage participation in the Annual Fund. Volunteering for the Annual Fund campaign provides meaningful opportunities to connect with other parents while furthering a common goal of supporting St. Martin’s. As a critical component of the operating budget, the Annual Fund is the school’s top fundraising priority. Exceeding budgeted goals, the success of the 2014-2015 Annual Fund was led by co-chairs Laura Glenn and Jodie Guest, and a team of more than 30 volunteers. The 2014-15 Annual Fund runs through June 30, 2015. The Annual Fund has many facets that require leadership. This year, our new family effort was led by Julie Carson and Patty Urban. Mary Ann Nama, a long-time member of the St. Martin’s community, served as the Grandparent Chair. Brian Payne, Chair of the Board of Trustees and Chris Lepore, Board Advancement Committee Chair, secured contributions from all trustees. And, continuing the proud tradition of 100 percent participation, our faculty and administration effort was spearheaded by Jennifer Lennon (EC), Mary Daigle (ES) and Alan Shafir (MS). Our school is deeply grateful for the work of Annual Fund volunteers. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Tina Haas in the Advancement Office.

MS English teacher Kim Murphy, her husband Charlie and son Ethan are delighted with the arrival of Reagan Grace Murphy on May 19. She was 9.1 lbs.

Professional Development:

Not just for teachers Elementary School Principal Dr. Mary McPherson recently attended The Heads Network Women’s Leadership Seminar, held this year in Baltimore, Md. The three-day seminar was led by five current female heads of school who are in varying phases of their careers. All of the women have agreed to mentor the participants as they continue to explore their own professional paths. “St. Martin’s provided a wonderful opportunity for me to continue my professional growth by allowing me to attend the seminar,” Dr. McPherson stated. “It allowed me to reflect on my own leadership style and reaffirmed my love of education and the time I devote to the students, faculty and parents.” patterns

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in class Modern marvels of tech By Kinshasa Msola, Director of Academic Technology

SMES Computer Lab provides a plethora of exciting lessons. St. Martin’s Episcopal School has always been ahead of the curve when it comes to implementing technology into the core curriculum. From 1:1 initiatives to instructional software to SmartBoards, St. Martin’s is fully immersed in technology. But educational technology doesn’t just happen inside the classrooms; St. Martin’s Computer Lab holds even more opportunities for digital learning and interactive lessons. Students in 1st through 5th grades visit the Computer Lab once a week for 40 minutes to access the 23 computers and iPad carts. Now through the addition of some new programs in the lab, St. Martin’s is applying another innovative approach to technology. Easy Tech (by Learning.com) is a web-based program that teaches the technology curriculum in a fun way. Lessons on computer parts, desktop icons and even storage come alive with animation, interactive guides, vocabulary practice and selfpaced quizzes. EasyTech helps students develop the technology skills needed for both Middle School and the future. “I appreciate the Learning.com site practice because it provides visual context of the subject matter with each lesson,” said 2nd grade teacher Rhasheda Williams. “It teaches as a teacher would, first modeling while explaining, and providing practice on practical programs for the students.” Manga High is another example of a technology tool that the students are just raving about. Manga High is an adaptive, game-based math resource that uses friendly competition to motivate and engage. Students can play games

against schools from all over the world or right here in their classroom. The leader bulletin board and challenges are used to keep them excited about the rigorous lessons that they don’t even know they are learning. Each month, a top Manga High Math Master from each grade level is rewarded with a certificate, prize bag and their picture on the board. This year, SMES took on a whole new challenge by participating in the Hour of Code. For one full week, each Elementary School student came to the Computer Lab to learn about the importance of computer science in schools. After a quick discussion about coding, students started creating new and exciting programs using apps such as The Foos and Kodable. Third through 5th graders used Code. org to explore the limitless world of computing by taking self-guided mini lessons. Even the teachers and administrators got involved by completing 1 hour of code to receive certificates. Another fan of coding is 1st grade teacher Katie Grice. “My students love the Foos app!” she said. “It has been the most requested iPad activity since it was introduced during National Coding Week. It encourages my students to learn how to input a code to move through mazes and over obstacles. They think it’s a game, but it’s really teaching them lifelong coding skills.” With technology steadily growing in education, St. Martin’s maintains a dynamic, balanced curriculum for students. The Computer Lab provides a fun and safe atmosphere where students can explore the digital world to expand and cultivate creativity.

At left: Kinshasa Msola assists 3rd graders in class. Top: 2nd grader Alec Flint works on an iPad lesson. Bottom: 3rd grade teacher Sally McKenna directs Emerson Rand and John Madden in a tech class activity.

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The Skidaway experience Summer 2015

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By Christina Mimms, Editor

For more than 15 years, St. Martin’s 5th graders have taken an annual adventure to Skidaway Island, a small thumbprint located on Georgia’s coast near Savannah. The experience is large — working alongside university researchers, students soak up vast knowledge.

kidaway Island is the site of the University of Georgia’s Marine Extension Service (MAREX), which operates the Center for Marine Education and Aquarium. Employing about a dozen researchers and professors, as well as several interns, the center states its mission as “to develop the public’s understanding and appreciation of the numerous coastal marine environments in the state of Georgia and to foster respect for the beauty and complexity of these environments.” The Aquarium and select areas of the grounds are open to the public, but the majority of the facility operates as a private research facility. Student groups, primarily from high schools and colleges, participate in a variety of activities in the exclusive areas of the facilities and on the water, where they learn about marine life, the Georgia coast, conservation and preservation. Walking in the shoes of marine biologists for three days and working hands-on with these professionals is truly a unique experience. In fact, St. Martin’s is the only 5th grade school group that is allowed to stay overnight at Skidaway, making the trip that much more unique to SMES. “This trip provides a wealth of information and experiential learning with UGA professors and active research scientists,” said Dr. Mary McPherson, Elementary School principal and 11-time Skidaway chaperone. “They are sharing their expertise with students and inspiring them with a love of the ocean and the Georgia ecosystem.”

Aquarium and Touch Tanks

Upon arrival to Skidaway, the 5th graders split into groups of about 15 students with two chaperones each. They begin a rotation of activities that engage their scientific minds and expose them to many new sea creatures. In the Aquarium, students view 16 different

tanks housing a variety of fish and animals, from stingrays to terrapins to alligators to seahorses. A UGA staff member guides the students through the Aquarium and to the touch tanks, where students can actually hold several types of crabs and whelks — the Georgia state seashell. From their initial footstep into the facilities, students learn about the care and proper handling of live sea creatures. Respect for all living things is a top priority at MAREX. “The staff always brag on our students about how well behaved they are and how curious they are,” said 5th grade teacher Kathleen Pease. The facility employs several interns via Sea Grants. They are typically college graduates, graduate students or rising graduate students who assist the professors and researchers, and share their knowledge with student groups, often leading the tours and classes. The interns also live on the campus and help manage the visiting groups.

Classes and Labs

The 5th graders participate in two classes while at Skidaway. In the Introduction to the Georgia Coast, students develop ocean literacy about their home state, learning about tides, estuaries, fisheries, marshes, habitats, conservationism and threats to the Georgia coast. In the Coastal Reptiles class, students learn about snakes, several types of turtles, American alligators and snakes, discovering which are native to Georgia. An instructor circulates the classroom with live animals for the students to touch. Students also participate in three labs at Skidaway. After an Introduction to Fish class, students go to the fish taxonomy lab, where they examine and identify fish and complete worksheets. patterns

Giving back While the 5th grade certainly takes a lot from their experiences at Skidaway, they also recognize the needs to keep the facility operating, from care of the animals in the Aquarium to maintenance on the boats they use throughout their visit. For the past several years, funds raised during the 5th grade Cookie Company Project have been donated to the facilities at Skidaway Island. The staff have used the funds to purchase a rescue boat, which they named the “Warrior,” and to assist with ongoing needs at the center. Students presented a $1,000 check to the Skidaway staff this year (photo above).

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In the Invertebrate Lab, the students pick invertebrates off the floating dock. They then take what they pulled to the lab and place the samples into individual glass dishes. The dishes are then placed under the microscopes and the students use worksheets to identify the organisms they have in their dish. The UGA interns also demonstrate how a sea squirt filters its food using food coloring and the students watch the dye pass through the sea squirt’s system. In the Plankton Lab, the interns take students down to the dock to collect a plankton sample. The interns place a plankton net on the dock, which funnels planktons into a glass jar, but allows fish to swim back out. While at the dock, the students sample the water’s salinity and discuss what could affect the levels. They take their plankton sample back to the lab and create a slide to view under the microscope. Students keep a running list of plankton species as they go through the lab. The interns discuss the uses for plankton and why they are important to the marine ecosystem. Touching and working with the animals is fairly comfortable for the students, as they experienced this type of work in their 5th grade science classes. Teacher Wade Hanse conducts his own lessons on the Georgia coast to introduce students to the habitats, invertebrates, crustaceans and mollusks they will experience at Skidaway. In class, they performed a squid dissection as well. “The more effort they put into the classroom, the more they will appreciate the real-life experience,” Hanse said.

Trawling

Above: Students enjoy multiple opportunities to work with UGA professors and researchers to learn about marine life and the Georgia coast while on the Skidaway trip.

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For some students, trawling is a highlight of the trip. The “Sea Dawg,” a 43-foot trawler, is helmed by two UGA staff members who pitch a net into the water for a 15-minute collection period. After hauling in the net, with assistance from the SMES students, they carefully pour the collected specimens into a large tub on board. They help the students to identify the specimens, determine how common they are and analyze their unique qualities. The trawl pulls in crabs, stingrays, shrimp and many smaller fish. Some of the fish are thrown back

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in the water, some are taken to the labs for further analysis and some are taken to the Aquarium to feed the animals who live at Skidaway. Students record their findings and turn in the data and fish counts to the researchers. In a typical day, the Sea Dawg will make two or more excursions but this past fall the boat was struck by lightning, which damaged its electrical system. After several months of repair work, it returned to the dock just before St. Martin’s group arrived in April, making their trawling trips and data collection even more significant to the ongoing research.

Wassaw Island

One full day of the 5th grade trip is devoted to an excursion to Wassaw Island, which is one in a chain of seven National Wildlife Refuges comprising the Savannah Coastal Refuges Network. The total refuge network spans 100 miles on the Georgia coast and is managed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. The island is completely private and is undisturbed by any buildings or structures, other than the docks for boat arrivals and departures. Students bring their own lunches and water canteens, and the only “facilities” are the trees. The students travel to the island in groups of 15 on skiffs. The ride takes about an hour but is filled with sightings of dolphins, osprey and bald eagles. “I like riding on the skiffs,” Hanse said. “It’s such active observation going on, and it’s different every time. The science just comes naturally when you are fully immersed in the situation.” One year, he saw a 4-foot alligator and last year he saw a shark. Upon landing on the island, students hike about a mile to get to the beach. En route, they observe a variety of native trees and plants. The hike includes a 35- to 40-foot vertical climb. On the beach, students search for shells, jellies, crabs, sea whip and any other creatures, dead or alive, to bring back to small groups for discussion with the UGA researchers. “The tide changes what we will see each time we go to Wassaw,” said Hanse, who said the Wassaw finds have been different each year. “I love seeing their pure joy in collecting things they wouldn’t normally see,” McPher-

Hanging off the dock in front of the Sea Dawg at Skidaway Island provides the best view to learn about invertebrates and planktons.

son said. “The trip to Wassaw is a unique experience that not many people get to have.”

Conservation and Preservation

Throughout their stay at Skidaway, and especially on Wassaw, students have a more heightened awareness of being “green,” related to their trash and recycling. Bins for recycling of cans, paper, plastics and even potato chip bags are located throughout MAREX. On Wassaw, students were told quite firmly by the UGA staff, “Whatever you pack in, you pack out.” Any piece of trash, even an errant plastic sandwich bag, poses a threat to the coastline and the marine life inhabiting it. When a student’s hat blew off on the skiff ride to Wassaw, the captain quickly circled back to retrieve it, not only to return it to the student but because it could be life-threatening to dolphins or other fish in the waters. “I hope the students realize how important it is to leave our coastlines undeveloped and gain a better sense of the important role of the coastline,” Hanse said. In addition to the tangible knowledge that students gain at Skidaway, they also grow as

young people. “It is the first time students go away from school and it provides the next step in their development, emotionally and socially,” McPherson said. “There is a sense of independence and maturity they gain.” Students live in UGA dormitories, four to a room. They take on different roles of responsibility in their rooms, from chaplain to key master. Students eat meals together in a cafeteria on campus, and they enjoy some recess time in the evenings. They have very little down time on the trip but when they have breaks, they write in journals which they review in science class back at SMES. Even amid all of the scientific work going on, there is plenty of time for smiles and laughs. “I hope the students take away a sense of how much they are cared for and loved by their teachers,” McPherson said. “They are seeing that relationship in a different setting.” Each student’s memories of the trip will be a little bit different. “Twenty years from now they won’t remember the gastropod,” Hanse said. “But I hope they go home with a renewed appreciation for nature and new knowledge of the environment.”

Above: Journaling is an important activity at Skidaway. Students write about the marine life they identify and their many adventures.

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Celebrating the Class of 2015 By Christina Mimms, Editor

Graduates recognized for leadership and contributions to SMES community.

A Above: Oglethorpe Award recipient Emily Schmitt with MS Principal Skeeter Lee and Headmaster the Rev. Dr. James Hamner.

s most people know, the word “commencement” actually means “beginning,” yet usually it is accompanied by the end or the last of something else. And so with the beginning of the Class of 2015’s next step in their academic careers and the beginning of their high school experiences came the end of their time as students at St. Martin’s — the last chapel service, the last school assembly, even the last carpool and the last time to be together as one unit. The Oglethorpe Award As part of their celebration, at the Honors Assembly held on May 21, one student was recognized as the recipient of the 2015 Oglethorpe Award, which is presented to an 8th grader who is a good citizen of the school and community, and exhibits intelligence, compassion, enthusiasm, responsibility and common sense. This student is academically sound and is involved in at least one extracurricular

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activity. Students are nominated by faculty and selected by a small committee. This year’s recipient is Emily Schmitt. She was co-vice president of the Drama Club and performed in numerous shows at St. Martin’s, as well as at the Georgia Junior Thespian Conference. She was on Headmaster’s List both semesters this year and was named Student of the Week. She played volleyball and was captain of the basketball team. She also served as a Student Council representative and was on the Warrior TV staff. At the Honors Assembly, she received the 8th grade English academic award. Emily is a member of Dunwoody United Methodist Church, where she is in the youth choir and handbell choir. She is a Girl Scout and also plays guitar. She will attend Pace Academy for high school. Her fellow nominees were Gracie Ackaway, Nate Arney, Caroline Brown, Shea Fleming, Ryan Harvey, Francesca Herrera, Danny Holmes, Caswell King and Chandler Sharp.

The Reeder Excellence in Teaching Award At the Honors Assembly, one teacher was recognized with the Reeder Excellence in Teaching Award. This award recognizes a teacher who is characterized by positive contributions to the school. This teacher is committed to students first of all. He or she supports the school mission statement and is known for a positive attitude, loyalty, dedication, flexibility and good relationships with students, parents, administrators and other teachers. Teachers are nominated by faculty and selected by a committee of previous award recipients. This year’s award was presented to 3rd grade teacher Sally McKenna. She has taught at St. Martin’s for 14 years and this year served as coordinator of the Language Arts committee. She co-sponsors the Science Olympiad team and also serves on the SOLVE, Campus Acquisitions & Beautification and Technology committees. She is married to Pat and

they have two children and four grandchildren. She enjoys gardening, exercising and quilting. Speaking at the Honors Assembly, she said, “Looking at all the parents here, I think we have something in common. We are all fortunate to have found St. Martin’s.” High School Placement The Class of 2015 is the last to work with Director of High School Placement Jan Swoope, who is retiring. The 8th graders performed extremely well on their high school acceptances, with many earning multiple acceptances based on their outstanding grades, SSAT scores, extracurricular involvements, service activities and leadership roles. The students will attend the following high schools: Brandon Hall School Dunwoody High Galloway School Greater Atlanta Christian School Holy Innocents’ Episcopal School

Above, top, from left: Student Council representatives Caswell King and Emily Schmitt presented the class gift. Student Council President Grayton Hudson gave a reflection speech. Above, bottom: Reeder Excellence in Teaching Award recipient Sally McKenna. patterns

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Above left, Class of 2015 graduate Lily Francour with sister Grace, Class of 2011. Above right, graduate Sophie Beck (center) with sister Julia and brother Drew, both Class of 2011.

Holy Spirit Preparatory School King’s Ridge Christian School Lakeside High Lovett School Marist School McCallie School Mount Vernon Presbyterian School Notre Dame Academy Pace Academy Rabun-Gap Nacoochee School Riverwood High St. Francis School St. Pius X Catholic High School Wesleyan School Woodward Academy Commencement Student Council President Grayton Hudson gave a reflection speech at this 22nd Commencement, held May 22 at The Cathedral of St. Philip. Speaking about friendships, he said, “St. Martin’s friends are loyal to each other. We have made friendships to last a lifetime.” The smaller community allowed the friendships to grow, while the classes were “big enough to have meaningful discussions,” he said. Hudson talked about the class trips, from Skidaway in 5th grade to Gatlinburg and Savannah to the Grand Canyon, “the big daddy of them all.” The Class of 2015 experienced a lot of growth, including witnessing the major construction in 2011-2012, and they

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were the first 6th grade to occupy the new Middle School building. The students have enjoyed the new space and made their mark on the school. “These memories would not have happened without the dedication of the teachers and administrators,” Hudson said. “Without these teachers, my experience at St. Martin’s would have been a lot different. St. Martin’s has changed me for the better and I give my thanks to every person who has helped me along the way.” In closing, Hudson read a quote from George Bernard Shaw: “Life isn’t about finding yourself. Life is about creating yourself.” “I encourage all of you to get out there and create yourself,” he said. The ceremony included the presentation of the class gift, purchased with funds raised at the annual 8th grade car wash. Emily Schmitt and Caswell King wrote a poem to announce the class gift — two new silver benches for the field. Mrs. Swoope also served as this year’s speaker at commencement. She offered advice to the 60 graduates with a fourpart theme: Open your eyes. Look at the big picture. Breathe deeply. Explore. She warned them not to let technol-

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ogy control them and to “disconnect” on a regular basis. “We live in such a frenetic world that our breathing is shallow, hurried and without thought,” she said. “To inhale and exhale deeply and more intentionally gives us the experience of God breathing with us, and through us and in us.” In encouraging the students to explore, she said, “Certainly the pathways of life can lead us to improbable and unexpected places. Take advantage of those opportunities.” She reflected on her own career path, which included journalism and serving as a preschool director, and her experiences at St. Martin’s. “Over the many years that I’ve been at St. Martin’s Episcopal School and seen tremendous and exciting growth, in facilities, personnel and students, the constant has been the safety and security of knowing God is in charge — loving and caring for each of us,” she said. “The bond and relationships formed among students and with their teachers, and for those of us fortunate to call SMES our workplace, are immeasurable and irreplaceable.” In closing, Mrs. Swoope recited back to the students some words from their own psalms they wrote in her 6th grade religion class and their traditional closing statement from class — to respect the dignity of every human being. Congratulations to the Class of 2015!

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Farewell and Godspeed As the Class of 2015 starts its new beginning, several faculty members also will start new chapters in their lives in the coming months. After 23 years at St. Martin’s, Pre1st teacher Tricia Igleheart is retiring. “Knowing and nurturing our precious Pre-1st children and their loving families were my favorite part of teaching,” she said. “I often felt that we were ONE big family in Pre-1st, very connected and caring for one another. I believe there is no school in Atlanta blessed with more dedicated parents than those at St. Martin’s. I will certainly miss working with the devoted and talented colleagues who brought our mission statement to life every day at school.” Elementary and Middle School art teacher Nena Allen also is retiring. She taught for more than 20 years, seven of them at SMES, where she introduced a variety of new artists and techniques. First grade teacher Cynthia Burnett has accepted a position as the head of the preschool at Grace St. Luke’s Episcopal School, in her hometown of Memphis, Tenn. She will oversee 20 faculty and 150 students at the school, which serves pre-k through 8th grade. “My classes have been tremendous,” said Burnett, who taught at SMES for 10 years. “I love how we are all connected, through book buddies, Field Days and Festival Days. We have a great sense of community. I have enjoyed teaching but I want to make an impact in other places.” St. Martin’s also extends heartfelt thanks and farewell to several other faculty members who will not be returning to SMES: Landon Caroline Brunette, Nancy Gould, Sarah Knight, Ellen Kufel, Kim Murphy, Beth Thomas and Maggie Yancey.

Jan Swoope retiring after 24 years at SMES In Jan Swoope’s long career at St. Martin’s, she has served in multiple roles. In 1991, she was hired as Director of Guidance, Public Relations and Development, and her office was in a closet inside the Library, then located in the current Early Childhood Science Lab. Since that time, she has held two additional positions in 11 different office locations. In 1992, Swoope started working on admission and moved full-time to that role in 1993. High school placement became part of that job as the Middle School grew, and she became full-time Director of High School Placement in 2009. “I’ve seen a lot of physical growth and growth in the student body,” Swoope said. “It’s bittersweet,” she said of her retirement. Since 2000, she has taught religion classes in Middle School, primarily in 6th grade. She also co-chaired the SOLVE committee, renaming the school’s service project program to Serving Others through Leadership, Volunteerism and Education (SOLVE). Swoope has touched literally thousands of children, guiding their entry to St. Martin’s and sending them off to high schools near and far. Among her many accomplishments, Swoope

co-founded the Atlanta Area Association of Independent Schools Fair in the late 1990s and launched St. Martin’s Boarding School Forum three years ago — an event that several other schools have since copied. She has established working relationships with every independent school in Atlanta and with a number of boarding schools in the Southeast. She has worked tirelessly to place the 8th grade graduates in high schools where they can flourish in the next stage of their academic careers. “The high schools really trust St. Martin’s and our teachers who write recommendations for our students,” Swoope said. “The schools have really connected with us.” She plans to travel, do volunteer work with Desire Street Ministries and with her home church, St. Bede’s Episcopal. Swoope also looks forward to traveling with her husband Jeff and spend more time with her family, including her two grandchildren. Neil Conrad has been working with Swoope throughout this school year and will take over as director of high school placement in June. “I’ve had a blast here,” Swoope said. “I’ll miss my colleagues and the students.”

Incoming Director of High School Placement Neil Conrad with Jan Swoope (center) and Director of Admission Blythe Marsau.

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class notes 1992 2001 Beth Kytle Chandler and her Jeff Potenza is a mortgage husband Zeb welcomed Clara Alexandria Chandler on April 6, 2015.

banker at Heritage Bank in Atlanta. He is engaged to Cassie Anchors of Dunwoody. A November wedding is planned.

1995 Titania Gibson Jordan was 2002 featured on “The Doctors” Katie Lane is an event on ABC-TV to discuss “digital kidnapping” and her app KidsLink (photo below).

1997 Lance Hagan is a private

specialist with Liquid Assets in Columbia, S.C. She graduated from St. Pius and from

University of South CarolinaColumbia.

chef in Atlanta. He previously worked as a sous chef with the Kessler Hotel group in Savannah.

Chip Duncan is a manager at the Atlanta Fish Market and is studying business at Kennesaw State University.

school at Columbia University studying health policy. He graduated from Marist and from Tulane University.

ager for Markert Motor Works, a BMW specialist in Atlanta. He graduated from Marist and from Louisiana State University.

1998 2004 Grier Newlin is in graduate Ian Jagor is operations man1999 Whit Remer and

his wife Katie (photo right) welcomed new baby Charles (Charlie) Whitford Remer on March 11. They live in the Washington, D.C., area.

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2007 Justine

Huetteman graduated summa cum laude from The George Washington University and is a member

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of the Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society. Next year she will attend Duke University for a Master’s degree in environmental management with a concentration on environmental economics and policy.

2011 Grace Francour was an ex-

ecutive service leader at Pace Academy and received the Frank Woodling Community Service Award. She was on the varsity swim team for four years and was an Academic All-American. She will attend Miami University of Ohio in the honors college. Alex Magee graduated from Marist. He was on the varsity wrestling team for three years, placing 2nd at the county tournament and 8th at state. He was in National Honor Society and made honor roll for 10 terms. He took four AP classes and served on the Habitat board. He will attend University of Georgia. Jon Walsh was a captain of the Mount Vernon Presbyterian School football team this year, playing wide receiver and corner. He also was elected to homecoming court and was president of the business club. He had lead roles in two school plays. He will attend Wofford College. Fitz Smoak played varsity golf for four years at St. Pius. He will attend Georgia Southern University. Jenna Kane graduated from Marist and will be on a tennis scholarship at Utah State University. Zachary Taylor graduated

from Marist, where he played varsity tennis and performed in several school plays. He is going to University of Georgia. Stephanie Rogers served as a Marist retreat leader and went on several mission trips. She plans to attend Georgia College & State University. Ryan Kelly participated in varsity cross country and track for four years at St. Pius and placed 9th in the state championship. He will attend University of Georgia. Allison Griner graduated from Marist and will be in the honors program at University of Georgia. She was a varsity cheerleader and played varsity lacrosse; was in National Honor Society and French National Honor Society; and received the St. Mary’s College book award, the theology award and the art award. Sam Nail has taken eight AP classes and performed in 10 plays at Pace Academy in the past four years. He has sung in chorus and two ensembles, and served on the literary magazine staff. He received several awards and recognitions for his theater work, including the Renaissance Arts Award in 2014. He will attend Reed College in Portland, Ore. Sam Richardson graduated from Lovett and will attend Tulane University. He played goalie for the varsity lacrosse team and was on the honor roll. Katherine Robbins graduated from Baylor School and plans to study pre-med at George Washington University.

Katie Cuadrado ’03 addresses seniors at annual dinner

Trey Blasingame, Sam Richardson, Michael Matthews, Fitz Smoak and Drew Beck from the Class of 2011 at the Senior Dinner. Lili Byce was in the marching band at Marist, as well as the mock trial team and played volleyball. She will attend Catholic University in Washington, D.C. Michael Matthews has signed a letter of intent to play football at Georgia State University in the fall (photo below). He was a kicker for St. Pius’ varsity football team and was on honor roll for five semesters and on the dean’s list for three semesters. He was in National Honor Society and served as a Lion Leader. He received the Rob Fortuna Award at the Acolytes’ Banquet at St. Martin in the Fields Church on April 19, in recognition for his commitment and many years of service as a church acolyte.

Alumnae Callie Cardenas, Julia Vitti, Julia Beck, Sarah Belisle, Grace Francour, Claire Snyder, Rebecca Price and Caroline Hamner at the Senior Dinner.

Trey Blasingame served as varsity soccer captain his last two years at Westminster, where he also played varsity football, served as an admissions ambassador, and was a member of National Honor Society, the community service club and Young Life. He was a photographer for the BiLine student newspaper. He will attend University of Georgia. Alex Hale graduated from Marist, where he was executive anchor for the broadcast journalism program and served as a student ambassador. He will attend Elon University. Tyler Spitzer graduated from Riverwood High School, where he was in National Honor Society, the Beta Club, FBLA and FCA. He also played varsity golf and earned his Eagle Scout award. He will attend University of Georgia.

projects in Atlanta and Romania. He also played basketball and soccer. He will attend Wofford College. Julia Beck graduated cum laude from Pace Academy, where she was an Orkin Scholar, a member of National Honor Society, played golf for four years and was involved with Habitat for Humanity projects in Atlanta, Cambodia and Romania. She will attend Middlebury College after a “gap” semester, during which she will participate in a Spanish immersion/ service program that will take her to the Dominican Republic, Costa Rica and Peru.

Drew Beck graduated from Pace Academy, where he was involved Katie Cuadrado ’03 with graduating seniors with Habitat Sam Nail (left) and Grace Francour, both of for Humanity whom she used to babysit years ago.

Katie Cuadrado served as the alumni speaker at this year’s Senior Dinner, held April 26. Katie, who started her St. Martin’s education in the 2-year-old program, said, “St. Martin’s still feels like home to me. Being here is like coming home and that’s really special to be surrounded by people who really love you and support you.” As the seniors begin their graduation celebrations, she advised that they treasure this moment. “At big milestones you can look toward the future but you have some time to reflect on the past,” she said. Katie also spoke about the importance of community — something that she learned at St. Martin’s and continues to appreciate. “I encourage you all to stay connected and keep the feeling of community,” she said. “And remember that you can always come home.” Katie graduated from St. Martin’s in 2003 and enrolled at Marist for high school, where she was on the Dean’s List and was captain of the varsity swim team. At the University of Georgia, Katie received the Foundation Fellowship Scholarship and had many unique traveling opportunities, including studying at Oxford University in England, traveling to the Galapagos Islands, and providing HIV and nutrition education in Tanzania, Africa. She also was a member of Chi Omega. Katie currently works for CHRIS Kids, a nonprofit children’s community mental health agency in downtown Atlanta. She is one of the Cuadrado triplets and has two brothers, Richard and Andrew. Her parents Dr. Angel and Kathy Cuadrado and grandmother Judy Sundberg (in photo above) attended the dinner with her.

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Allison Griner and Alex Hale at the Senior Dinner. Ripley Fricano graduated from Greater Atlanta Christian School, where she ran cross country and track for three years, and received the Scholar Athlete Award. She was on the president’s list and was in National Honor Society and FCA. She will attend Presbyterian College. Jackson Palmer graduated from Wheeler High School, where he was vice president of the robotics club and a member of both National Honor Society and Spanish Honor Society. He played varsity lacrosse and was in the All-State Honors Band. He will study mechanical engineer-

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Seniors Lili Byce and Jackson Palmer ing at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach, Fla. Sarah Belisle graduated from Holy Innocents’, where she played varsity soccer for four years. She will start at Furman University this fall. Rebecca Price graduated from St. Pius. She participated in a mission trip to Nicaragua over spring break. She will attend Auburn University. Caroline Hamner graduated from Holy Innocents’ and will attend Kennesaw State University. Kaelyn Lowe graduated from Woodward Academy and has received a full scholarship to Hampton University. She played varsity tennis and earned the Girl Scout Gold Award and the Silver Eagle Award. She plans to major in broadcast journalism. Julia Vitti graduated from St. Pius, where she served as a student ambassador. She will attend Auburn University. Callie Cardenas graduated from St. Pius, where she was

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Seniors Drew Beck, Julia Beck, Jon Walsh and Ripley Fricano a cheerleader for four years and went on the school’s mission trip to Nicaragua. She will attend Auburn University. Kate Mullaly graduated from Pace Academy. She will start at Ole Miss in the fall. Connor Hutchins graduated from Westminster and will attend University of Virginia. Nina Patronis was named salutatorian at St. Pius this year. Claire Snyder participated in Pace Academy’s global Habitat build projects in Cambodia and Romania. She will attend University of Georgia.

2012 Harrison Ray was the co-

captain of the JV soccer team at Pace Academy, lettered in swimming and played Cinderella’s father in “Into the Woods.” He was recently selected as a peer leader (one of 16 seniors who mentor freshmen). He was selected and will attend the U.S. Military Academy Summer Leadership Experience in late May. He was selected and will attend the U.S. Naval Academy summer session in early June, followed

by Boys State in Georgia. Erin Barnes attends Mount Vernon Presbyterian School, where she took two AP and one honors class this year. She plays varsity volleyball and is in the Interact club and the art club. She is in National Honor Society and was on the Head of School list. She also received the French Contest award and she sings in her church choir. Caroline Barnes attends Mount Vernon Presbyterian School. She took two AP and one honors class this year and played varsity volleyball. She is in National Honor Society and the Interact Club, and she made the Head of School list. She also sings in her church choir. Elizabeth Harvey attends Westminster. She took two AP classes and two honors classes this year, and she received the Columbia University Book Award at the Westminster Honors Day. She served as the lead plaintiff attorney on the mock trial team and received the Outstanding Attorney Award, and earned 2nd place as a region finalist. She was recently appointed to the

National Charity League, Inc.’s National Ticktocker Advisory Council.

2013 Ken Roberts recently

successfully completed his Board of Review for the rank of Eagle Scout (photo below, with dad Mark). He is a member of St. Martin’s Troop 397. For his Eagle project, Ken and several members of his troop built numerous bird and bat houses for Zoo Atlanta. In addition, he was selected from The Westminster Schools to attend the Chewonki Semester School in Wicasset, Maine, for the spring semester of his junior year.

took four honors classes, and this year he took two AP and four honors classes.

cross country and track teams and is in the Spanish Club.

Mollie Belisle plays varsity soccer at Holy Innocents’. Her classes this year included honors History.

Adam Poroch plays baseball at Dunwoody High School.

Kyle Blasingame made the varsity lacrosse team at Holy Innocents’. He also took AP Geography this year. Nic Hewett plays football and lacrosse at Holy Innocents’

2014 Bailey Lusk attends Mount

Vernon Presbyterian, where she made honor roll last semester. She also played JV volleyball and is a starter on the varsity soccer team. Paige Demba took two honors classes at Pace Academy this year. She is in the upper school chorus, the service program and theater productions. In March, she performed with the Pace chorus at Carnegie Hall. This summer, she is going on a Pace-led global study tour of Italy. Elizabeth Goines plays varsity tennis at Holy Innocents’.

Bryce Weber has made Headmaster’s List for three semesters, and he won the Biology Award for the 20142015 school year at Holy Innocents’. He founded and is the president of the HIES Geographic Society. He is a member of the orchestra, French Club, Vestry Club, literary magazine staff and the Model UN. Last year he

Shelby McIntyre plays volleyball and soccer at Greater Atlanta Christian School. She also is in the French Club. Callie Maloney runs cross country and track at Holy Innocents’. She took AP Geography this year. Luke Hale is on the honor roll at Marist. He is on the

Lindsay Smoak attends St. Pius, where she took three honors classes this year and was a trainer for the football and wrestling teams. She made honor roll first semester and she also plays golf. Julia Steck is in the Baylor School honors program. She took two honors classes this year and is involved with the drama and community service programs. Melina Haralabakis attends Wesleyan. She is a cheerleader, and is on the cross country and basketball teams. Phillip Thornton attends Lovett, where he is a founding member of the Investment Club and is on the cross country team. Kendall Greene attends Asheville School, where she is on the swim, tennis and lacrosse teams. She is in the service club and the Model UN. Paul Danner attends Lakeside High School. He is in the drama club and plays ultimate Frisbee. Alex Fumo attends North Atlanta High School, where he was in two honors classes this year.

Congratulations to the Class of 2011 on their college acceptances! Auburn University Berry College Birmingham Southern University Butler University Catholic University of America Clemson University College of Wooster Columbus State University Davidson College Elon University Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Furman University Georgia College and State University Georgia State University Hampden-Sydney College Hampton University Howard University Kennesaw State University Macallester College Mercer University Methodist Unviersity Miami University of Ohio Middlebury College North Carolina State University Northeastern University Presbyterian College Reed College Rhodes College Sewanee: University of the South Southern Methodist University Spelman College Tulane University University of Alabama University of Denver University of Georgia University of Mississippi University of North Carolina at Asheville University of North Carolina at Wilmington University of South Carolina University of St. Andrews University of Tampa University of Tennessee - Chattanooga Utah State University Wake Forest University Wofford College

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Since childhood, my life has been a series of journeys, starting from being adopted in Chile and moving to the United States soon afterward. My parents provided me with a world-class education, both inside and outside the classroom, taking my sister and me to far-off places in order to see the world around us and to learn about different cultures. About a decade ago, I was blessed and honored to marry my best friend and begin life’s ultimate journey in starting a family of my own. After a brief stay in Charlottesville, Va., my journey to the South continued even further when my wife and I moved to Atlanta. Moving to Charlottesville and then to Atlanta was a shock at first, because I am a Manhattanite through and through. Life is constantly moving in the city that never sleeps, so it took some time to adjust to my new home and a slower pace of life. But now I have come to truly love Atlanta and southern culture, despite Atlanta’s traffic issues and the lack of snow. My journey to St. Martin’s began about seven years ago, when I was presented with the opportunity to become a science teacher in an incredibly loving and caring environment with the best colleagues one could ask for. At the time, I had no children of my own, but we now have two children and a third expected any day now. When my eldest son, Aidan, turned 2, my wife and I began looking at schools for him. I immediately said he should join the St. Martin’s family when he turns 3. The outpouring of support and love I received from the students and faculty prior to Aidan’s birth played a large role in our choice. I instantly knew that St. Martin’s would be a great fit for Aidan and his siblings. Aidan started his journey at St. Martin’s this year in the Beginners program, and he has grown tremendously academically, socially and emotionally. The start of the school year was very hectic, trying to balance teaching, coaching and parenting. But after a few weeks, with the awesome support of Aidan’s teachers and the Explorers Program, any worries I may have had were put to rest. I could not have asked for more dedicated or caring teachers to assist with Aidan’s transition from daycare to school. I look forward to new adventures next year when he enters Pre-K and to all of the exciting adventures in the years to come. I have been blessed with my family, which now includes my extended family of the St. Martin’s community, and I am excited to share future journeys with them as my children come to love and learn about the place that I call work.

Join the fun at The Camp at St. Martin’s this summer! Camp hours: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Drop-off at 8:30 a.m.) Ages Pre-K through 8th grade Camp Session I: June 1 – June 26, 2015 Camp Session II: July 6 – July 31, 2015

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The 2015 Oglethorpe nominees are (from left), Caswell King, Danny Holmes, Ryan Harvey, Chandler Sharp, Gracie Ackaway, Nate Arney, Emily Schmitt (winner), Caroline Brown, Francesca Herrera and Shea Fleming.